Half-Hours With The Microscope: Being A Popular Guide To The Use Of The Microscope As A Means Of Amusement And Instruction (1874) Paperback - 2010

Half-Hours With The Microscope, written by Edwin Lankester and first published in 1874, is a comprehensive guide to the use of the microscope as a tool for both amusement and instruction. The book is intended for a popular audience and provides a detailed introduction to the principles of microscopy, as well as practical advice on how to use a microscope, how to prepare specimens for observation, and how to identify different types of microscopic organisms and structures.The book is divided into thirteen chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of microscopy. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of microscopy and the basic principles of light and optics. Subsequent chapters cover topics such as the structure of the microscope, the preparation of specimens, and the identification of different types of microorganisms, including bacteria, algae, and protozoa.Throughout the book, Lankester emphasizes the importance of careful observation and accurate recording of observations. He also provides numerous examples of how the microscope can be used for both scientific research and personal enjoyment, such as observing the structure of crystals, the movement of tiny organisms, and the intricate details of plant and animal tissues.Overall, Half-Hours With The Microscope is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of microscopy, and it remains a classic text in the field to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.